If you read this blog, then you know I'm up for anything when it comes to dinner. In fact, the more exotic and/or off-the-radar, the better.
My latest venture took me to Afghan Grill in Far North Dallas. I love Iranian food and eat it regularly, but this was my first bout with Afghan food, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I did guess, however, that there would be kebabs of some sort on the menu. Turns out I was right. I ordered the chicken kebabs, just because they were safe. They were excellent. Succulent, a little charred (the way I like it), and served on a lovely bed of saffron rice.
I also went out on a limb and tried the kadu buranee--that's sautéed pumpkin in a yogurt and meat sauce. This put pumpkin in a whole new perspective for me. Honestly, this was the first time I'd eaten pumpkin in non-pie form, and it was good. Really good. Chunks of pumpkin are cooked until tender, and then topped with a tomato-based meat sauce and a dollop of yogurt. The pumpkin gives a natural sweet undertone, which blends perfectly with that savory sauce and tangy yogurt.
And make sure you try the firnee custard. I'm not entirely sure what's in it, but it has a firm consistency and tastes like a spiced version of flan. I think I detected some pistachio chunks and a generous dousing of cardamom, but I can't be entirely sure.
Oh, and when you go, make sure you bring a bottle (or two) of wine because this place is BYOB. And if you want to make a night of it, head across the street to Obzeet afterwards for live music on the patio.
Restaurnat? Huh?
Posted by: Slobodan Milosevic | August 29, 2008 at 02:38 AM